"Giving people the chance to see her as a full person, and through her to better understand trans people more broadly, is what this work at The Advocate is about. I'm deeply honored that GLAAD recognized the importance of telling that story."
"What I hoped readers would see is that, while her being trans is historically significant, it's also one of the least interesting things about her. She's a legislator, a strategist, and a deeply thoughtful public servant. But she's also an everyday person who loves her Wawa coffee, Legos, and The Traitors."
"He perfectly encapsulated my first months in Congress and the values that guide my work for Delawareans. While his writing is exceptional, what stands out most is his ability to capture both the moment and the humanity behind it."
Christopher Wiggins, politics and news editor for The Advocate, received the 2026 GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Online or Print Journalism Article for his profile of Sarah McBride, Delaware's first out trans member of Congress. The award-winning article, titled "As the first out trans person in Congress, Sarah McBride is ready to fight for us," covered McBride's journey from the Delaware state Senate to the U.S. Capitol, including her legislative goals and personal life. Wiggins emphasized that while McBride's historic status as a trans congresswoman is significant, the piece highlights her multifaceted identity as a legislator, strategist, and thoughtful public servant. GLAAD, the world's largest LGBTQ+ media advocacy organization, announced the award at its 37th Annual Media Awards ceremony in Los Angeles, hosted by Jonathan Bennett and headlined by Demi Lovato.
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